On the evening of Thursday, September 2, 2021, our son, brother, uncle, nephew Ezra Anson Bird (Hemehne, Water Serpent) age 34 of Lame deer passed from the world to make his journey to Ma’heo’o due to health problems at the St. Vincent Hospital in Billings Montana with his sister Kaneisha by his side.
Ezra was born to Richard Bird and the late Palmeda Fisher on July 18, 1987, in Watford City, North Dakota.
Ezra graduated from Lame Deer High School in 2006. While in school, he enjoyed working with Lonnie Littlbird, Ezra assisted in the kitchen and cleaned the gym. He also cut the grass around the school grounds. He participated in basketball and during his school days he would walk the halls and give the teachers Hell, he especially loved to give Thelma Beverheart a bad time.
Ezra loved to play and sing at hand games (stick games) winning many tournaments throughout the US.
A few that won were: Battle of Nations tournament in Tulalip, Washington, Chippewa Cree Celebration in Rocky Boy, Montana, Shoshone Bannock Festival in Fort Hall, Idaho, the Annual Crow Hand game tournament in Crow Agency, Montana.
Ezra also loved the sport of Rodeo, bull riding being his favorite event. He also participated in the annual Little Bighorn Ride and Charge at the Little Bighorn Battlefield.
Ezra is survived by his father, Richard Bird and his one and only sister, Kaneisha Bird, and her kids that Ezra loved and helped her raise; Semaj Bird, Kemba, and Jeremy (Juno) Jr. Hiwalker, Neisha Bird, and Odie (OK Corral) Moore.
He is also survived by his brothers Jamaul Bird, his daughter Dakira Moore, Cayoz (Monica) Fisher, and their daughters Kahlani, Kassidy, and their son Stephen. Stepbrothers Todd and Kyler Johns. His grandparents are Llevando “Cowboy” and Phyllis Fisher, Maryann BearComesout Russell, Charie (Donna) BearComesOut, Michael (Vicky) BearComesOut, and Peter BearComesOut..
Late Fletcher and Elaine Bird, James Miles, Walter Mile, Cheryl Carter, Maryann Miles.
Adopted Grandparents: the late Thomas and Beverly Pretty On Top
Aunts/Uncles: Mitzi (Kenny) Pretty On Top, Tyree Fisher, Michelene BearComesOut, Sandra Bruised Head, Elizabeth Fisher, Danetta Fisher, Shyla Spotted Elk and Tyson Two Two.
Ruth Costilla, Rosemary (Tiny) Armendariz, Rosely (Chubby) Rodriquez, Wilber Bullcoming, Ronald Sonny Redshin, Leland Howling Buffalo, Dwight Bullcoming.
Cousins (Brothers/Sisters): Wyatt, Ned (Mary and Kaycee Plainfeather), Kenzi and Kaye Pretty on Top, Kyree and Kylee Fisher, Alisha, Fletcher Bird, Joanna, Jessica, Janea, Jeneva, James and Juan Costillia Jr., Sergio Bird, Eric Bird, Orlando Talamantes, Caren Michell, Lisa Standingwater, Stacie Marin, Sam Standingwater, Kristin Hernandez, Mario Rodarte, Raven Bird, Carol Michell, Christopher Bird, John Standingwater, Erica Dominguez, Mary Spotted Elk, Camron Spotted Elk, and Joshua Mason. He has numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces.
Adopted parents, Dominic and Norma Yellowmule
Adopted Mothers: Maria Brien and Angie Lucero and Christine Biglake.
Adopted brothers and sisters, Jeremy Hiwalker, Jaren TwoCrow, Farrah (Robert) Springfield, Emma (Thomas) Lion Shows, Thomas Yellowmule, Marcus Broken Nose, Alfreda Wall.
His special friends, Jessica Slinky and Ame Whiteman
Ezra is preceded in death by his mother Palmeda Rose Fisher, Uncle Llevando Fisher Jr. Aunt Betty Jo Bird, grandparents Fletcher Bird, Rudy Miles, Thomas Pretty On Top, and Floyd and Louise Fisher.
The family would like to thank the staff and doctors at the St. Vincent Hospital, Lame Deer IHS, and Public Health staff. We apologize if we have missed anyone as we have a large family.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Tuesday September 7, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 8, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Thursday September 9, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 9, 2021
Fisher Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Tuesday September 7, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 8, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Thursday September 9, 2021
Bird Family Residence
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 9, 2021
Fisher Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
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ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF EZRA BIRD, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Shelly Lombardi says
I met Ezra when he was 11 years old. He was a very good kid, compassionate and loving. Full of fun and laughs. My condolences for the family. He will be greatly missed.
Charles says
He was never really nice he always had that negative energy u can feel it miles away may his soul rest in peace
Shelly says
The picture I posted was the only picture that I have of Ezra 9 y/o, Jamal 7 y/o and Kaneisha 5 y/o. Ezra and Jamal had come to Oklahoma for a visit. They both was so full of energy. Prayers for the family.
Kyle says
Sending my condolences to the family.
Irene Nelson says
Sorry to read Ezra died. I was one of his elementary teachers in Colstrip. May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time.
Alfreda Wall says
Prayers for his sister n brother, Ezra will be missed surely. I will never forget you lol brother n I will miss them texts n calls when you would ask for help, until we meet again brother you rest easy n watch over us all. Always love you from your Ute Mtn Ute sister.